Problems You May Face In Backpacking

By: Aruna Kumar

Camping and hiking is one type of traveling where you can find a lot of fun, entertainment in the midst Nature’s creativity. But as with everything, backpackers will also likely to face unexpected problems during hiking. The outdoor environment far from the convenient, sophisticated and smooth modern lifestyle in a house could lead to various problems that must be handled with care.

If you face problem then you should try to tackle it right away and there is no meaning in waiting to fix it by others. You might have to postpone the trip if you don’t know how to handle the problem. Only one way by which you can continue and enjoy the trip is to solve it when it occurs.

There are many instances where broken backpack spoils the whole trip. Do go on your trip with a broken backpack would be embarrassing and it adds on to your existing work. That’s why it is important to fix it as soon as possible. For tear works in backpacks duct tape could be a good idea but for something like break away of straps you need wire to attach the broken strap or to some frame.

Boot laces might be a factor of irritation during hiking once it loosens in a mid way. To fix it double or triple knot the laces. You could lace your boots in different ways to be sure it might not loose in the midst of hiking. Again, if you stop for some moment in tying the laces, make sure to tie laces of both the shoes unless you have to stop later for tying the other.

In outdoor camping tents could be a cause of worry sometimes. Tents with hollow poles might settle into dirt or mud and clogged up with debris. You can screw out this problem using a corkscrew. Though it does not look like a problem but clogged tent poles could add unnecessary weight to your backpack.

You will be annoyed to know that some important thing is necessary which you forget before leaving for hiking. To be safe make a list of important items you could need during the travel and recheck to avoid such humiliation. Some items could be used in more than one way and you have to think out of the box for such things.

Food is one more important aspect which is necessary for the hiking. Take all important food items with you in a container and pack it in another backpack. Keep remember of food items which are energetic and easy to prepare. Hang the bags in safe areas so that you could get it easily. Handling common problems will make your journey a little more pleasurable.


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